Managing Gen Z: Nightmare or Leadership Wake-Up Call?

Are Gen Z employees really lazy, entitled, and impossible to manage? Or do most business owners just suck at leadership? In this no-BS episode, we’re tackling one of the biggest challenges facing studio owners today- building and leading a high-performing Gen Z team. Whether you’re struggling with retention, motivation, or just getting them to show up on time, we’re unpacking exactly what’s driving this generation and how to get the best out of them. Here’s what we’re covering: · The brutal truth - avoid hiring Gen Z at your own risk · Why resilience is the missing link (and how to build it in your team) · The #1 hiring mistake studio owners keep making · How to filter out the fluff and find driven Gen Z employees · Why your vision matters more than ever for leadership · The secret to keeping your best team members from burning out · How to set standards without sounding like a dictator · … and a whole lot more Chapters: ⏳ [00:00] Are Gen Z Employees Actually the Problem? ⏳ [05:30] The Gen Z Hiring Cheat Sheet - What to Look For ⏳ [12:00] Why Studio Owners Struggle to Retain Young Talent ⏳ [18:40] Motivation, Resilience & Work Ethic - Can It Be Built? ⏳ [25:15] Managing vs. Leading: The Shift Every Owner Must Make ⏳ [32:50] The Mistakes You’re Making That Drive Gen Z Away ⏳ [40:10] Creating a Team Culture That Actually Works ⏳ [48:30] The Gen Z Retention Playbook—Keep Your Best People ⏳ [55:00] Your Next Steps to Building a High-Performance Team Want free Resources: DM me “TEAM” on Instagram @Hey.Doza for the 5-Step Hiring & Leadership Cheat Sheet that’s helped hundreds of studio owners build rock-solid teams. Check us out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GeronimoUnfilteredOfficial Hope you enjoy! WANT MORE: To say thank you for listening to the pod we’d like to gift you a FREE session to brainstorm a 3 Step Action Plan for your gym or fitness studio so you know EXACTLY what step you need to take to grow. Book in yours: https://link.wingmancrm.com/widget/bookings/geronimo-3-step-action-plan Connect with us: Geronimo: https://www.instagram.com/thegeronimoacademy?igsh=MTQ4bDZ2aTR6Ym43dA== Doza: https://www.instagram.com/hey.doza